Jauntlet.comhttps://jauntlet.com/Day 17-18 Hong Kong Hong Kong is one of the world’s most fascinating, vibrant and impressively situated cities - it boasts a unbeatable array of cultural sights, shopping, fabulous restaurants and atmosphere galore. https://jauntlet.com//37114https://jauntlet.com//37114Tue, 04 Oct 2011 07:00:00 +0800Day 14-16 Yangshuo Discover the village life surrounding the spectacular karst hills, river scenery and green paddy fields in one of China's best known scenic spots. Arrive in Guilin in the early morning and transfer to a local public bus for the 1½ hour journey to the small country town of Yangshuo. The Li River and the limestone karst mountains interspersed with picturesque riverside villages and markets make this area perhaps the best known scenic attraction in China. On day 16 we take an afternoon bus to Guilin train station for the overnight train to Shenzhen and transfer to KCR train to Hong kong.(approx. 15hrs)https://jauntlet.com//37113https://jauntlet.com//37113Sat, 01 Oct 2011 07:00:00 +0800Day 12-13 Three Gorges Both an inspiration to generations of painters and poets and a source of international controversy. The Three Gorges remains one of the world’s natural scenic wonders while the massive Three Gorges Dam is an incredible feat of modern technology. Spend two days travelling along the Yangtse on a basic boat through the Three Gorges, stopping at various sites en-route. Cabins are clean, twin share with private toilet and shower facilities, but not luxurious. There are basic Chinese food available in the restaurant on board. On Day 13, we will take an overnight train (approx. 12 hrs) to Guilin and transfer to a local public bus for the 1½ hour journey to the small country town of Yangshuo.https://jauntlet.com//37112https://jauntlet.com//37112Thu, 29 Sep 2011 07:00:00 +0800Day 10-11 Yichang On day 10 we take a day train to Yichang. (approx 15 hours) The riverside city of Yichang is the starting point for tours of the Three Gorges Dam site and river journeys through the gorges themselves.https://jauntlet.com//37111https://jauntlet.com//37111Tue, 27 Sep 2011 07:00:00 +0800Day 8-9 Xi'an This ancient city, the capital of China for many years is home to one of The Middle Kingdom's greatest archaeological treasures – the Terracotta Warriors - and some of the best market food in the country. Spend almost 2 full days exploring the active Muslim Quarter and its serene Great Mosque as well as the exotic local street food stalls and the majestic Ming Dynasty City Wall.https://jauntlet.com//37110https://jauntlet.com//37110Sun, 25 Sep 2011 07:00:00 +0800Day 5-7 Shanghai Shanghai is China’s largest and most dynamic city where new sky scrapers clash with the traditional architecture of the Bund. Arrive at noon and take a stroll along the Bund, with its spectacular array of art deco-style buildings or go across the river where you can take in the sights of Pudong - a modern financial centre - with its amazing skyscrapers. Explore the busy Yu Yuan Bazaar, the French Concession, or shop 'til you drop in China's hippest stores! There is enough to see in the impressive Shanghai Museum to spend half, if not a whole, day exploring. It houses one of the best collections of Chinese bronze and artwork. Visit the Museum or take in the acrobatics. On day 7, we take an overnight train to Xi'an. (approximately 15hrs)https://jauntlet.com//37109https://jauntlet.com//37109Thu, 22 Sep 2011 07:00:00 +0800Day 2-4 Beijing China’s capital is a city on a grand scale - vast expanses of Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven and the Great Wall – and a city of incredible sights, shopping, food and entertainment.The back-street hutongs, packed full of local shops and restaurants are a world away from the imperial splendors, but also part of this energetic city. On the morning of Day 2 we will take a bus out to the Great Wall. In the evening of day 4, we will board an overnight train to Shanghai. (Approximately 12 hours) Train is your main mode of transport in China and a great way to travel.https://jauntlet.com//37108https://jauntlet.com//37108Sat, 17 Sep 2011 07:00:00 +0800